Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G vs Honor Magic8 Pro Air 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G
Honor Magic8 Pro Air 5G
Too close to call: 1 of 5 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie8686
- CameraTie8080
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryHonor Magic8 Pro Air 5G8691
- DisplayGoogle Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G8984
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueTie8585
- Honor Magic8 Pro Air 5G has the bigger battery5,500 mAh vs 5,115 mAh
- Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G has the bigger screen6.8" vs 6.31"
- Honor Magic8 Pro Air 5G has the faster chipDimensity 9500 vs Google Tensor G6
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G and Honor Magic8 Pro Air 5G are evenly matched
It's a close call. Pick the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G for its bigger screen (6.8" vs 6.31"), or the Honor Magic8 Pro Air 5G for its bigger battery (5,500 mAh vs 5,115 mAh) and faster chip (Dimensity 9500 vs Google Tensor G6).
Reliable all-round performance.
Larger battery: 5,500 mAh vs 5,115 mAh
Common questions
Which is better: Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G or Honor Magic8 Pro Air 5G?
It's a close call. Pick the Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G for its bigger screen (6.8" vs 6.31"), or the Honor Magic8 Pro Air 5G for its bigger battery (5,500 mAh vs 5,115 mAh) and faster chip (Dimensity 9500 vs Google Tensor G6). BeastScore: Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G 84.8/100, Honor Magic8 Pro Air 5G 85.1/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G and Honor Magic8 Pro Air 5G?
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G has a 6.8-inch display and 5115 mAh battery. Honor Magic8 Pro Air 5G has a 6.31-inch display and 5500 mAh battery.
How do Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G and Honor Magic8 Pro Air 5G compare for speed?
Google Pixel 11 Pro XL 5G scores 86/100 for performance; Honor Magic8 Pro Air 5G scores 86/100.
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